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Three Phases for a Successful Job Interview
  By: Lizzy Fillback & Robin Ezell

Have you ever wondered why you cringe when you learn you have to go to an interview?

The other day I was sitting in class and overheard some students discussing an interview they had just attended. Many of them seemed frustrated about the whole interview process.

One of the students said “I hate interviews; they are so nerve-racking and make me feel so uncomfortable.” Another student said she went for an interview and thought she did great. The only problem was the company never called her back.

For so many of us, the hardest and most important part of landing our dream job is passing the interview stage. This stage is often times the reason we either land a job or never receive a call back.

In a recent blog post, Bob McIntosh reviewed a Forbes.com is reporting that described the three simple phases to land the job offer. These phases include:  

1. First, explain to the employer you know you have a grasp on the skills required to do the job.

You can do this by doing a rundown of the most crucial requirements for the position, explaining how you meet them and more. As the article suggests, doing your homework on the job is critical in answering this phase of the questions.

2. Secondly, let the employer know you are committed and can do the job you are interviewing for.

The employer wants to know if he/ she hires you, that you will be able to work hard and that will not you slack off after a few months on the job. Will you be motivated is the question. Are you dedicated, or do you simply want a job any job?

The interviewer wants to know is what you think about the company you are interviewing with. You can do this by commending the company’s overall mission, praise it for the outstanding products it develops/services it provides, and show your admiration for its fine reputation in the industry.

3. Lastly, show the employer you are the best fit for the job.

You can do this by bringing examples of your individual work as well as other projects you have done with teammates.

This shows the employer you are a well-person who is both a team player and a "go- getter" that is prepared.

Being prepared for the interview is the best advice we can give you. Always bring your resume and copies of your work with you to show your potential employer your professionalism.

We hope that all three phases will help you to land that job!!

Love in PR,

 Lizzy & Robin